Director of Mathematics Faculty

Parrs Wood High School, Manchester, M20 5PG

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  27 August 2026

• Closing date

  8 May 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  24 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £50,132.00 - £68,264.00 Annually (Actual) MPS - UPS + TLR 1d

Director of Mathematics Faculty job summary

Headteacher Welcome

Thank you for your interest in joining Parrs Wood High School, a large, diverse and inclusive comprehensive school with a strong reputation for academic achievement, creativity and community involvement. We are proud of our commitment to providing an ambitious, supportive and enriching education for all our students, and we place great value on the professionalism, wellbeing and development of our staff.

This post of Director of the Mathematics Faculty presents an exciting opportunity for a motivated and committed individual who shares our high expectations and passion for education. The successful candidate will benefit from:

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Well-established professional development opportunities
• A strong culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
• Enthusiastic students who are keen to learn and succeed

We deliver a strong academic Mathematics curriculum, from Key Stage 3 through to Key Stage 5. We have a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and support, and A level Mathematics continues to be one of our most popular A levels delivered in our large Sixth Form. Our school has a vibrant extra-curricular programme, in which the Mathematics faculty is well represented.

As part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust, our values of Excellence, Care and Respect guide every interaction and decision as a trust. These values reflect our belief that exceptional education must go hand-inhand with compassion, equity and a deep respect for the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students.

Within the Mathematics faculty, you will be working alongside a highly skilled and diverse staff team, bringing together a wide range of experience from early-career colleagues to expert practitioners and leaders. This blend of perspectives fosters a strong culture of collaboration, professional dialogue and continuous improvement.

If you are driven to make a real difference in the lives of young people and the wider community, and are keen to continue developing your career, Parrs Wood High School is the ideal place to do so.

Thank you for your interest in joining us and we look forward to the possibility of sharing what makes Parrs Wood High School great with you in interview.

The Role

We are seeking an outstanding and ambitious Director of Mathematics to lead a successful and well‑established faculty at Parrs Wood High School. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for driving high standards of teaching, learning and achievement across Key Stages 3 to 5, including a thriving A Level provision. The post holder will provide strategic leadership for curriculum design, assessment, and quality assurance, while line‑managing and developing a diverse team of teachers and support staff. As a key leader within the school, you will also contribute to whole‑school improvement, using data intelligently to maximise progress and close attainment gaps for all learners.

What We’re Looking For

You will be a highly effective classroom practitioner with a passion for Mathematics and a proven track record of raising achievement. With strong leadership skills, you will inspire colleagues through collaboration, high expectations and a commitment to evidence‑based practice. You will have experience of curriculum development and assessment, excellent organisational and analytical skills, and the ability to motivate both students and staff. Above all, you will share our values of excellence, care and respect, and be driven to make a meaningful difference to young people within a diverse and inclusive school community.We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Why Join Us?

We understand that it takes a full community to educate a child. At Parrs Wood, we hold high expectations and ambitions for every member of our school community. Each staff member plays a vital role in shaping the future. Whether you're a teacher, support staff, or school leader, you’ll find a supportive and inclusive environment where your contribution is valued. Your passion and expertise help create the conditions for students to thrive, academically, socially, and personally.

A Trust for Every Child and Every Colleague

We believe that great futures are built by great people. Colleagues who work in our schools will experience the same focus on care and guidance, opportunity and challenge, so that they can deliver an exceptional education to our young people. They will become the very best practitioners through bespoke support and opportunities to learn professionally, to collaborate, to lead innovation and to advance their career with us.

We strive for excellence in everything we do. At GMET, every role, from teaching to support, is valued. You’ll be supported and empowered to grow within a trust where our core values guide our work with learners, colleagues, families, and the wider community.

We invest in our people. As part of GMET, you’ll benefit from a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your health and wellbeing, help you save money, and make your salary go further including:

• A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture
• High expectations for all learners and staff
• A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
• Opportunities to innovate and collaborate across the trust
• A commitment to equity, diversity, and accessibility
• Tailored CPD and coaching
• Trust-wide networks and learning communities
• Leadership development pathways
• Access to wellbeing resources and flexible working options

How to Apply

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Submit your application before the deadline

We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS checks
• Reference and identity verification
• Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Parrs Wood High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Parrs Wood High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1867 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Parrs Wood High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/parrs-wood-high-school-manchester

A member of Greater Manchester Education Trust, Parrs Wood High School is a thriving and popular secondary school in South Manchester with a richly diverse and truly comprehensive student body which has been judged by Ofsted to be good in all areas. We are a member of the Greater Manchester Education Trust; we are passionate about our students and our community.

We understand that investing in our staff is the best investment in our students and offer a wide range of strategies to help our teachers and support staff be highly effective in their roles.

Employee benefits include: -

Health Cash Plan
Generous Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Free parking
Professional Development and Training
Company sick pay dependent upon service
Electric Car Scheme

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